Dale Pappas
Dale Pappas is an author and educator based in Miami, Florida, and Athens, Greece. Dale has taught History and Academic Writing at the high school and university levels in the United States and Europe. He holds a PhD in Modern European History from the University of Miami. Dale researches the history of tourism in the Mediterranean and the political history of Modern Greece.
Articles by Dale Pappas
Napoleon’s Life in 13 LocationsRead on for a biography of Napoleon Bonaparte through 13 iconic locations related to his life.
How the Greeks Revolted and Beat the Ottomans Against All OddsUprisings against the Ottomans launched the Greek War of Independence in 1821. The event was a pioneering example of Europe’s transition from empires to nation-states.
Uprisings against the Ottomans launched the Greek War of Independence in 1821. The event was a pioneering example of Europe’s transition from empires to nation-states.
How Did Napoleon Bonaparte Build the Greatest Army of Its Era?Napoleon Bonaparte built upon earlier French military innovations and the circumstances created by the French Revolution to establish the greatest army of his era, the Grande Armée.
Napoleon Bonaparte built upon earlier French military innovations and the circumstances created by the French Revolution to establish the greatest army of his era, the Grande Armée.
A Comprehensive Guide to Napoleon’s Italian CampaignsNapoleon’s campaigns in Italy established his reputation as one of history’s greatest military commanders. Victories in Italy also launched Napoleon’s rise to power in France.
Napoleon’s campaigns in Italy established his reputation as one of history’s greatest military commanders. Victories in Italy also launched Napoleon’s rise to power in France.
Was the Battle of Kings Mountain American Revolution’s Turning Point?In October 1780, American Patriot and Loyalist forces clashed along the Carolina frontier. The Patriot victory at Kings Mountain formed part of the events that led to American independence.
In October 1780, American Patriot and Loyalist forces clashed along the Carolina frontier. The Patriot victory at Kings Mountain formed part of the events that led to American independence.
How One of Napoleon’s Most Trusted Generals Turned Into a RivalJean Victor Moreau was one of France’s most successful generals during the French Revolutionary Wars. Once Napoleon’s trusted ally, Moreau died fighting against Napoleonic France.
The Long History and Complicated Legacy of the Ottoman EmpireThe Ottoman Empire, which lasted over 600 years, was a powerful Islamic empire with a lasting legacy across Europe, Asia, and Africa.
The Ottoman Empire, which lasted over 600 years, was a powerful Islamic empire with a lasting legacy across Europe, Asia, and Africa.
A History of Rome in 11 MonumentsThis article explores Rome’s history from the rise of the Roman Empire to modern times through the history of 11 iconic monuments.
The Anglo-Russian Conflict in the Napoleonic Wars: A “Smokeless War?”Napoleon's Continental System, a boycott of British commerce across Europe between 1806 and 1814, led to a brief war between Britain and Russia: the Anglo-Russian War.
Napoleon's Continental System, a boycott of British commerce across Europe between 1806 and 1814, led to a brief war between Britain and Russia: the Anglo-Russian War.
Napoleon’s Life, Family, and Personal TraitsFew historical figures receive as much attention as Napoleon Bonaparte. But what do we really know about Napoleon’s life, family, and personality?
Who Was Pasquale Paoli, the (Other) Corsican Revolutionary?Before Napoleon Bonaparte catapulted to fame during the French Revolutionary Wars of the 1790s, the Mediterranean island of Corsica’s most famous figure was Pasquale Paoli.
Before Napoleon Bonaparte catapulted to fame during the French Revolutionary Wars of the 1790s, the Mediterranean island of Corsica’s most famous figure was Pasquale Paoli.
How Did Tunisia Become a Country?Following a long succession of imperial conquerors, Tunisia gained independence from French rule in 1956.
Following a long succession of imperial conquerors, Tunisia gained independence from French rule in 1956.